Alumnus Mike Pronovost Takes Reins at CSU Technology

Mike Pronovost has been on an upward trend since graduating from Memorial in 2008. Upon graduation, he founded his own company, Pronovost Technologies. But now, he is moving on to a new challenge: Director of Technology and Mobile Programs for the California State University System. Pronovost will serve the college system's 23 campuses, helping to usher the system into the new age of technology.

Pronovost said that working in this role has been a dream of his, as someone with an interest in helping to leverage technology in new ways. This role will include a focus on helping to increase technology access for students as well as improving systems like video conferencing, Google apps and learning management systems.

"Students need level access to tools," he said.

Pronovost said that Memorial prepared him for his career in many ways, including helping him to learn how to interact with a wide range of personalities and encouraging volunteering.

"Memorial gave me the confidence to go into the workforce and share what I know," he said. "Memorial is also such a tight knit community; networking has opened many doors."